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Welcome to ‘Speak Easy’ – WSB’s blog featuring expert advice from the world’s best thought leaders.

How We Get Sucked Down the Funnel of Misbelief by Dan Ariely

How We Get Sucked Down the ‘Funnel of Misbelief’

13 December, 2023 · Dan Ariely

Best-selling author and Duke University Professor, Dan Ariely, delves into the psychological machinery behind misbelief, exploring the roots of societal discord and distrust. Drawing on his two decades of research and his latest book, "Misbelief: What Makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things," Ariely offers insights into the "funnel of misbelief" and calls for a collective effort to understand and address these issues before the 2024 elections.

Navigating Holiday Stress Blog Post

Navigating Holiday Stress: The Crucial Role of Perceptive Leadership in a Turbulent World

6 December, 2023 · Jennifer Moss

Future-focused workplace culture expert, author, and journalist Jennifer Moss emphasizes the impact of external stressors, especially during the holiday season, on workplace well-being. She explains that by empowering managers, promoting open communication, and fostering a positive work environment, leaders can contribute to rediscovering happiness at work amid difficult times.

Leadership Lessons from the World's Highest Peaks

Leadership Lessons From the World’s Highest Peaks

29 November, 2023 · Mandy Gill

Adventurer and Leadership Advisor, Mandy Gill shares the strong resemblance between the requirements for success competing in some of the world's most difficult environments, and climbing the corporate ladder. Yet when it comes to building workplace resilience, rarely are leaders and their teams ever taught to prepare for extreme situations. In this exploration, Mandy sheds light on the often-overlooked facet of cultivating workplace resilience, urging leaders and their teams to equip themselves for the unexpected twists of extreme situations.